Student Life
Award‑winning student essay asks what fractures community — and why showing up can help build it
Mia Mackenzie, a Master of Social Work student, earned top honours in Dal’s Glovin Award for an essay urging people to resist division by showing up and staying accountable to community. Read more.
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Psychology student and varsity basketball player Melina Collins is this year's recipient of the Dr. Anne Marie Ryan Community Growth Award, recognized for her work bringing athletes and young learners together through a literacy mentorship program.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem‑solving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This year’s Dal Board of Governors winners show how purposeful action creates lasting change. Get to know more now about how they are doing so.
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Friday, September 5, 2014
Thousands of new students arrived on campus Sunday, eager and excited to start their university adventure.
Thursday, September 4, 2014
The newly renamed LeMarchant Place celebrates its grand opening, offering state-of-the-art residence space and bringing many of Dal's key services for students together under one roof.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
This week the Dal community and the university’s neighbours were able to tour the new LeMarchant Mixed-Use Building in advance of its official opening, exploring the residence spaces and services available to students.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Dal research offers insights into the struggles perfectionistic students can face in their first year at university, and how friendships and getting involved on campus can make a big difference.
Friday, August 15, 2014
After more than two years of construction, the LeMarchant Mixed Use Building has welcomed some key student services to its first two floors.